As a child, losing a tooth is fun because you know you’ll grow an adult tooth in its place and, of course, receive a gift from the tooth fairy. But losing a tooth as an adult can be a major … Continued

Christmas may have come and gone, but there are plenty of other times throughout the year when you’ll need to pick up a gift for someone. Whenever you’re not sure what to buy your friends and loved ones as a … Continued

You may be surprised that you get X-rays done at the beginning of your dental appointment. You may be asking yourself, “Isn’t the dentist going to take a look at my teeth anyway?” While that is of course true, X-rays … Continued

On October 31st, goblins, ghosts and ghouls of all ages will indulge in the seemingly endless supply of candy that Halloween brings. While we’re all for enjoying a few candy corn or chocolates, moderation is important! To help you and … Continued

At Highland Oaks Family Dentistry, we strongly believe in practicing preventive care and teaching our patients good oral hygiene habits. Today, we want to talk about a few common reasons our patients need root canals – and how you and … Continued